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Prema Racing, one of the most successful teams competing on the European open-wheel ladders that lead to Formula 1, is considering an expansion into the U.S. with an NTT IndyCar Series program. The…
Prema Racing, a highly successful European open-wheel racing team, is considering expanding into the U.S. by participating in the NTT IndyCar Series. With championship wins in FIA Formula 2 and the European Le Mans Series, Prema is evaluating the formation of an IndyCar program to complement its global presence. The team has a strong presence in various junior open-wheel championships in Europe and internationally. Several current IndyCar drivers, including Marcus Armstrong and Felix Rosenqvist, have raced for Prema, and its alumni also include notable drivers such as Ryan Briscoe and Charlie Kimball. If Prema enters IndyCar, it would be a significant addition and a force to reckon with. Former Arrow McLaren and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing executive Piers Phillips has reportedly been recruited to assist Prema in this endeavor, and the earliest possible participation for the team would be in 2025. This potential expansion, along with other teams evaluating participation, brings a wave of newfound interest in IndyCar for the future.
